43 yrs soon to be 44

Hi, I will be 44 yrs old in 3 months, am I too old for IVF using own eggs now? Thanks

Our Expert's Answer

This information was published 12 years ago and was correct at the time of publication. It may not reflect our current practices or regulations.

Please note that all the answers we give are on a generic basis only, as we cannot provide more in-depth answers without access to your medical history. If you need a more detailed response, tailored to you, we would recommend a consultation with one of our Fertility Specialists for more comprehensive medical advice.

The success rate for women over the age of 43 is very low and you would have a better chance of taking home a baby if you were to consider egg donation.